1. The effects of using
ICT
By Odaly Fernandez

2. The effects of using ICT
 Software copyright
 Hacking
 Computer virus
 How do you protect yourself?

3. Effects of ICT on employment
 Jobs lost
 Manufacturing
 Secretarial
work
 Accounting clerks
 Newspaper printing
 Jobs gained
 ITtechnicians
 Computer programmers
 Web designers
 Help-desk staff

4. Effects of ICT on employment
 Questions:
1. State 2 areas in which employment has
been increased and 2 in which
unemployment has increased.
2. Explain 2 advantages why computers are
used instead of people
3. Andrea thinks that ICT has a bad effect of
employment. To what extent do you agree
with this?

5. Effects of microprocessor-
controlled devices in the home
 What is a microprocesor?
 Small CPU built into a single chip
 What is a microcontroller?
 Special type of microprocessor. In a chip
contains: CPU, RAM, ROM, sometimes ADC,
DAC to allow easy connection to devices such
as sensors.

6. Effects of microprocessor-
controlled devices in the home
 Give examples of devices, which contain a
microprocessor, and are used for
entertainment
 Give examples of devices that make our
lives easier.

7. Effects of microprocessor-
controlled devices in the home
 Questions
1. There are many microprocessor-controlled
devices in the modern house. Describe the
effects of these devices on people’s lifestyles
(with examples)
2. Give 2 examples of microprocessor-controlled
devices.
3. Define microprocessor.
4. What is a microcontroller?

8. Capabilities and limitations of ICT
 What are the capabilities of ICT?
 What are the limitations of ICT?

9. Internet use issues
 Phishing

10. Internet use issues
 Reliability of information
 How do you know which web pages to
believe, which information to trust?
 Encryption

11. Internet use issues
 Pharming
 Spam

12. Potential health problems
 Research RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury)
 Describe other health problems related to
the prolonged use of ICT.

13. Safety issues
 Overloading of electrical sockets
 Trailing wires
 Food and drink spillages.